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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 01, 1910
Page
1
An advertisement urges readers to park idle funds in a savings account offering 4 percent interest compounded. It emphasizes accessible withdrawal without notice and promotes the account as the best use of money earned by honest toil.
Warren National Bank notes a reported pest invasion in Pittsburgh on September 1. The rare caterpillar is seen destroying vines, flowers, and private property, invading residential areas and sidewalks as entomologists study its spread from the land and Scotland.
A bear hunt at Rock Ridge near Greenwich Connecticut disrupts the summer colony, with a large posse including notable residents like Percy Rockefeller and William Rockefeller, plus J W Manny and Commodore George Laudery Jr. The group surrounds the Bowldora estate of W Post and other properties as they pursue the bruin blamed for menacing the community. A band of gypsies believed involved fled after an earlier incident.
Trout news from Albany reports a summer overview by state agencies on fishing allocations. The inland and marine programs allocated funds and distributed fry to various waters, focusing on species such as pike perch muskellunge and glow-perot, amid statewide fishing efforts.
A heated exchange unfolds over Theodore Roosevelt and alleged funding from Harriman. Colonel replies deny any direct or indirect payments, asserting he took no money for his campaign or causes. The discussion centers on reform movements, corporate influence, and political virtue amid ongoing controversy.
Lancaster Pa September 1 Bonrah in being made for Edward Mtclaushisi Bt Coutenville who he boot ralawing innon Wadnoaday whop te yielled July fine t Gap and son took a trol ley anf at Te wae tho Rasy.
A September 1 meeting in Amsterdam New York formed a Sulzer for Governor club to promote the candidacy of Sulzer for New York governor. Three officers, all former Steel City officials, pledged support and a delegation planned visits to bolster the campaign, including a trip to Glove Hollow for a reception.
Witnesses report a hotel incident on Maryleis avenue where a despondent man reportedly aimed a revolver at his wife Mirete Iyoowe then fired into the air, missing her. The would-be suicide left the scene, leaving the weapon behind and prompting police to investigate Mot Had’s disappearance amid the excitement.
President Taft acts as Mason for Beverly cornerstone event drawing thousands to the summer capital witness ceremony. In his address he lauds the Young Men’s Christian Association as a valuable institution and expresses honor in participating despite illness.
New York social figure Thompson waded waist deep into breakers in a $100 gowns daring stunt before a large crowd at Atlandos. She emerged dripping but triumphant, confirming the wager as spectators cheered the fashionable feat amid resort hotel scene.
A wooden bridge on the Wilmington and Northern branch near Chadsford Chester County was set alight, freight was held up and passengers transferred. A temporary structure was quickly erected and traffic resumed.
A faithful Newfoundland dived into the river at Callow Will street wharf to aid a drowning boy, but the collar torn from the boy’s blouse and the rescue effort failing led to the child’s death. The dog remained near the spot as rescuers, including the boy’s brother and others, tried to pull him ashore.
New Bethlehem Brewing Co of New Bethlehem Clarion county and agent Wilark faced charges for selling honey without license. The brewery was fined 1000 dollars plus costs, with the company to refrain from tolling in the county. A related company charge was dropped. Judge Smith warned against ongoing violations by local brewers and wholesalers.
In a confusing report a man named John Miller aged 40 of Trids Gow encountered a series of odd events. He ingested water and a mysterious mixture then ate a bird before consuming carbolic mold, leading to a perilous mental shift and hospitalization.
Doctors decide not to disturb the bullet lodged in Mayor Gaynor's throat after examination. Five physicians concluded immediate surgery was unnecessary and Gaynor remains physically fit for duty despite the injury. Meanwhile in Albany, the Skene trial jury selection continues with most of a 60 juror panel exhausted.
Norwegian sailors aboard the steamer Shawmut along Reed Street Wharf on the Delaware River were held up by three pirates. They tried to seize valuables but were repelled by an American, prompting a chase along the riverfront. Two fugitives escaped under pilings as police boats intervened to calm the mob.
A fragmented line of dialogue between a newly married couple discusses whose wishes should rule in small matters. The speaker laments the partner’s inability to decide when both have strong, developed desires, leaving even the slightest request unresolved.
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